Sam Thompson is the Founder and Director of Akta Media, a leader in filmmaking, directing, creative strategy, business, and storytelling. Passionate about documentaries, building businesses, and crafting compelling narratives, Sam drives Akta Media’s vision to produce films and media of the highest quality that evoke emotion and inspire meaningful action. His portfolio features impactful projects such as the Tia-Clair Toomey documentary series, Taylah Robertson’s Overlooked documentary, and significant collaborations with Kingdom Creatives, Alpha International, and other nonprofit organisations, amplifying stories that create lasting change.

What sets Akta Media apart is its unmatched storytelling expertise and the seamless collaboration of its team, delivering innovative and creative solutions to every project.

Josh is the Head of Production at AKTA Media. With over 14 years of experience, Josh thrives on crafting content that grabs attention and tells a story, whether through video, branding, or digital content. Over the years, he’s honed his skills and developed a unique creative approach that blends innovation with execution, ensuring every project leaves a lasting impact. His work has resonated far and wide, with videos he’s created generating over 25 million views and counting, a testament to his ability to connect with audiences on a meaningful level.

Whether brainstorming a concept, directing a shoot, or refining a campaign, Josh is hands-on and involved every step of the way. His approach to creativity is all about collaboration and experimentation. He believes in taking risks and pushing boundaries. And when creative ideas strike, whether it's 9 a.m. or 9 p.m., you can bet he’s fuelled by coffee and ready to capture it.

Sarah, our Lead Designer at Akta Media brings 14 years experience across photography, branding, graphic and UX design. During her career she's worked with a variety of organisations blending her creative passion with a strong foundation in the principles of design. With qualifications in business, UX, website and graphic design Sarah’s extensive skill set enables her to deliver professional, creative and impactful solutions across multiple disciplines.

On a typical day, you’ll find her making everyone in the studio listen to her music... whether they like it or not.